HomeMy WebLinkAboutFebruary 12, 2025Committee of Adjustment Hearing Minutes Wednesday, February 12, 2025 7:00 pm Electronic Hearing
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Present
Omar Ha-Redeye Denise Rundle – Vice-Chair
Sakshi Sood Joshi Rick Van Andel Sean Wiley – Chair
Also Present
Deborah Wylie, Secretary-Treasurer
Jasmine Correia, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer Nilissa Reynolds, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer – Host Kerry Yelk, Planner II Ash Roy, Planner I
Absent
Not applicable.
1. Disclosure of Interest
No disclosures of interest were noted.
2. Adoption of Agenda
Moved by Omar Ha-Redeye
Seconded by Sakshi Sood Joshi
That the agenda for the Wednesday, February 12, 2025, hearing be adopted.
Carried Unanimously
3. Adoption of Minutes
Due to her absence at the previous hearing, Denise Rundle abstained from voting on
this item.
Moved by Sakshi Sood Joshi Seconded by Rick Van Andel
That the minutes of the 1st hearing of the Committee of Adjustment held Wednesday, January 15, 2025, be adopted.
Carried
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4. Minor Variance Reports
4.1 MV 59/24 S. Hossaini
1164 Caliper Lane
The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 7364/14, as amended by By-law
7857/21 to permit stairs to a porch or deck to encroach to within 0.9 of a metre of an
interior side lot line, whereas the By-law permits law requires stairs to a porch or deck may encroach to within 0.6 of a metre of an interior side lot line.
The applicant requests approval of the variance to obtain a building permit to construct a side yard entrance.
Input from other sources were received from the Applicant, City’s Engineering Services,
City’s Building Services Section, City’s Fire Services
In support of the application, the applicant identified that the total space between the dwelling and property line is 1.26 metres, requiring a 0.86-metre landing. This results in a 0.39 metre setback, which does not meet the required 0.6 metres. Therefore, a minor
variance is required.
Said Hossaini, applicant, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application.
The applicant explained that the stairs existed when he purchased the home. Two area neighbours have the same design being proposed.
In response to a question from a Committee member the applicant clarified that the
stairs that are currently existing on site will be demolished and rebuilt to meet Fire requirements.
Moved by Rick Van Andel Seconded by Denise Rundle
That application MV 59/24 by S. Hossaini, be Approved on the grounds that the
requested variance is minor in nature, desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, subject to the following condition:
1. That this variance applies only to the side yard entrance and associated steps, as
generally sited and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plans (refer to Exhibits 2
& 3 contained in the staff report to the Committee of Adjustment, dated February 12, 2025).
Carried Unanimously
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4.2 MV 02/25 S. & C. Khan 892 Baylawn Drive
The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 8149/24, to permit:
• an uncovered platform and associated steps to encroach into any required setback
to a maximum of 4.2 metres, whereas the By-law permits a deck to encroach into any required setback to a maximum of 2.0 metres; and
• a maximum lot coverage of 43 percent, whereas the By-law permits a maximum lot
coverage of 38 percent.
The applicant requests approval of the variances to obtain a building permit for a rear yard deck.
Input from other sources was received from the Applicant, City’s Engineering Services, City’s Building Services Section and two area residents.
In support of the application, the applicant identified that the existing deck was built by
the previous owner without a permit, and the current owner was unaware of its unpermitted status.
Sherief Khan, applicant, and Sam Wong, agent, were present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the
application.
The applicant gave a summary of the background of this proposal. The deck has been on the property for 15 years.
The agent clarified that the applicant had removed the lower deck that was surrounding an above ground pool which improves the open green space in the rear yard.
Given that the application will improve the amount of green space and landscaping in
the rear yard, and a rear yard deck of this kind is common in that neighbourhood, Denise Rundle moved the following motion:
Moved by Denise Rundle Seconded by Omar Ha-Redeye
That application MV 02/25 by S. & C. Khan, be Approved on the grounds that the
requested variances are minor in nature, desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, subject to the following condition:
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1. That these variances apply only to the uncovered platform and associated steps, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plans (refer to Exhibits 2 & 3 contained in the staff report to the Committee of Adjustment, dated February
12, 2025).
Carried Unanimously
4.3 MV 03/25 K. Yusef 1390 Rougemount Drive
The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 8149/24, to permit:
• a maximum dwelling depth of 27.6 metres, whereas the By-law requires a
maximum dwelling depth of 20.0 metres; and
• a minimum (north) side yard setback of 1.5 metres, whereas the By-law requires a minimum side yard setback: (south) side yard 1.5 metres and (north) side yard
3.0 metres.
The applicant requests approval of this minor variance application to obtain a building permit to construct a detached dwelling.
Input from other sources was received from the Applicant, City’s Engineering Services, City’s Building Services Section, the Toronto and Region Conservation Area (TRCA)
and two area residents.
In support of the application, the applicant submitted a Cover Letter, dated December 31, 2024.
Paul Demczak, agent, and Celine Batterink, arborist, were present to represent the application. One area resident was present in objection to the application.
In support of the application, the agent made a brief presentation.
An area resident commented that they are concerned about the roots of bordering trees; and asked how the applicant will ensure that in a few years the trees will not start to die.
In response to the area resident, the arborist and agent explained what makes a tree a boundary tree and different methods to protect the trees and root system.
In response to questions from a Committee member, the agent commented that the
3.0 metre side yard setback for the garage has been relieved due to it being an attached garage.
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The Secretary-Treasurer clarified that there is an error with the new By-law where the requirement should read 1.8 metres rather than a 3.0 metres side yard setback.
In response to questions from a Committee member, the arborist commented that the
difference between a 1.8 metre setback to 1.5 metres would likely not impact the survivability of the trees.
A Committee member commented that should any trees be damaged area residents have remedies outside this Committee that could address any issues.
Given the feedback from the Arborist regarding mitigations to protect the boundary
trees, Rick Van Andel moved the following motion:
Moved by Rick Van Andel Seconded by Omar Ha-Redeye
That application MV 03/25 by K. Yusef, be Approved on the grounds that the requested variances are minor in nature, desirable for the appropriate development of the land,
and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, subject to the following condition:
1. That these variances apply only to the proposed detached dwelling, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plans (refer to Exhibits 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7 contained in the staff report to the Committee of Adjustment, dated February
12, 2025).
2. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, and to the satisfaction of the City arborist,
the applicant arrange to have an ISA Certified Arborist on site for any excavation within the recommended Tree Protection Zone and that woodchips be laid down to a depth of 15 to 30 centimeters under the dripline of a tree to help spread the weight of machinery and protect against soil compaction. It is noted that it is up to the
builder/owner to receive any permissions from the neighbours in regard to boundary trees referring to the Ontario Forestry Act. The City of Pickering is not liable for damage caused by the builder/owner if they choose to disturb the boundary trees through excavation, pruning or removal.
Carried
Vote:
Omar Ha-Redeye in favour Denise Rundle opposed
Sakshi Sood Joshi in favour Rick Van Andel in favour Sean Wiley in favour
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4.4 MV 04/25 G. & R. Pannu 1908 Glendale Drive
The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 8149/24, to permit:
• a maximum dwelling depth of 22.6 metres, whereas the By-law requires a
maximum dwelling depth of 20.0 metres;
• a maximum front yard setback of 14.3 metres, whereas the By-law permits a maximum front yard setback of no more than 10.93 metres (1.0 metre beyond the
existing average front yard setbacks of the adjacent dwellings on same side of
street in the same block); and
• a minimum (south) side yard setback of 2.3 metres, whereas the By-law requires one side yard setback: minimum 1.8 metres and the other side yard setback: minimum 3.0 metres.
The applicant requests approval of this minor variance application to obtain a building permit to construct a detached dwelling.
Input from other sources were received from the Applicant, City’s Engineering Services, the City’s Building Services Section and one area resident.
In support of the application, the applicant identified that the proposed variances allow
for two cars to fit in tandem with the proposed driveway.
Ralph Grander, agent, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application.
The agent responded to a neighbour’s concern regarding protecting the existing fence
and survey lines.
Moved by Denise Rundle Seconded by Omar Ha-Redeye
That application MV 04/25 by G. & R. Pannu, be Approved on the grounds that the requested variances are minor in nature, desirable for the appropriate development of
the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and
Zoning By-law, subject to the following condition:
1. That these variances apply only to the proposed detached dwelling, as generally sited and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plans (refer to Exhibits 2, 3, 4, 5, & 6 contained in the staff report to the Committee of Adjustment, dated February 12, 2025).
Carried Unanimously
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4.5 MV 05/25 C. Van der Vliet 664 West Shore Boulevard
The applicant requests relief from Zoning By-law 8149/24, to permit:
• a maximum dwelling depth of 18.9 metres, whereas the By-law requires a
maximum dwelling depth of 17.0 metres; and
• a maximum lot coverage of 38.4 percent, whereas the By-law permits a maximum lot coverage of 33 percent.
The applicant requests approval of these variances to obtain a building permit to
construct an attached sunroom in the rear yard.
Input from other sources were received from the Applicant, City’s Engineering Services and the City’s Building Services Section.
In support of the application, the applicant identified that the sunroom would enclose a
swim spa. To allow an exit from the deck area, this is the smallest it can be. The
sunroom will allow privacy from the commercial/residential neighbours to the west.
Christine Van der Vilet, applicant, was present to represent the application. No further representation was present in favour of or in objection to the application.
Moved by Omar Ha-Redeye
Seconded by Sakshi Sood Joshi
That application MV 05/25 by C. Van der Vliet, be Approved on the grounds that the requested variances are minor in nature, desirable for the appropriate development of the land, and in keeping with the general intent and purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law, subject to the following condition:
1. That these variances apply only to the proposed attached sunroom, as generally
sited and outlined on the applicant’s submitted plans (refer to Exhibits 2, 3, 4 & 5 contained in the staff report to the Committee of Adjustment, dated February 12, 2025).
Carried Unanimously
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March 12, 2025
Original Signed By
Original Signed By
5. Adjournment
Moved by Omar Ha-Redeye Seconded by Sakshi Sood Joshi
That the 2nd hearing of the 2025 Committee of Adjustment be adjourned at 8:00 pm.
Carried Unanimously
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Chair
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